NSF SOARS Protege

American Meteorological Society, Inc.; Boulder (CO); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

American Meteorological Society is offering a NSF SOARS program in Boulder, CO. It provides an 11-week summer research experience for undergraduates transitioning to graduate studies in atmospheric and Earth system sciences, with mentorship and opportunities to develop reports and oral presentations.

Participants engage in original research, gain exposure to scientific reports and conference participation, and may return for up to four summers while continuing undergraduate or graduate studies,

Formación

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program.
• Must have completed at least one year of undergrad.
• Bachelor’s degree holders are ineligible to apply.
• Pursuing an atmospheric science or related field with an interest in a STEM career.
• GPA of 2.0 or higher; address low GPA if under 3.0 in essay.

Responsabilidades

• Engage in original scientific research for 11 weeks in Boulder, CO.
• Develop reports and presentations for research findings.
• Attend and deliver oral presentations at conferences or group meetings.
• Benefit from a curated community mentoring structure throughout the program.

Conocimientos

Mission alignment

Team collaboration

Communication skills

STEM enthusiasm

Educación

Undergraduate student enrolled

One year of undergrad completed

GPA 2.0+

No bachelor’s degree required

Descripción del empleo

Applications for 2027 are Now Open!

NSF SOARS is an undergraduate-to-graduate bridge and career pathways program designed to promote and support research, mentoring, and community in the atmospheric and Earth system sciences (ESS). ESS is the study of Earth as an interconnected system—from its interior and oceans to its atmosphere and space environment. Proteges (NSF SOARS Interns) engage in original scientific research for 11 weeks of the summer, and can return for up to four summers while enrolled in either undergraduate or graduate studies. Protege’s also gain experience in developing reports and presentations, attending and delivering oral presentations, and benefit from an intentionally curated community mentoring structure. NSF SOARS offers comprehensive financial support for summer research and conference travel.

At a Glance Program:

• NSF SOARS (Undergraduate-to-graduate bridge & career pathways program)
• Focus: Atmospheric and ESS research
• Duration: 11-weeks of research in Boulder, CO returning for up to 4 non-consecutive summers
• Support: Comprehensive financial support for summer research and conference travel

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program; or associate’s degree program;
  • Must have completed at least one (1) year of undergrad;Community College students and Associates degree holders are welcome and encouraged to apply.
• Must have at least one (1) semester of undergraduate coursework remaining after the initial summer program;
  • Bachelor’s degree holders are ineligible to apply.
• Working toward an academic major in atmospheric science or a related field, (e.g. geosciences, chemistry, computer science, earth science, engineering, environmental science, mathematics, meteorology, oceanography, physics, or social and behavioral sciences) and an interest in pursuing a career in atmospheric or related STEM disciplines;
  • Possess some college science and math coursework.
• A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
  • If your GPA is less than 3.0, please address the circumstances in your Research essay.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Willingness to contribute to the NSF SOARS mission (please see soars.ucar.edu for more details).
• Interest and desire to expand knowledge in the Earth system sciences or related fields.
• Ability/potential to lead and collaborate with a group of peers and mentors.
• Desire/potential to excel in a STEM career.